We are looking for an experienced **Lead Software Engineer (AI Specialization)** to guide our team on a contract basis in building and prototyping innovative product experiences with intelligent AI agents. In this leadership role, you'll focus on architecting agent-based systems that integrate data across diverse products and partner ecosystems, shaping cutting-edge interactions between users and AI-driven software using natural language.
**Responsibilities**
- Provide technical leadership in designing and optimizing AI agents that connect and act on data from multiple systems, driving automation and enhanced user experiences
- Spearhead the development of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers to link backend systems (APIs, databases, etc.) with AI agents, ensuring seamless user-facing capabilities
- Drive the creation and refinement of AI-powered tools to automate workflows like storefront generation by interpreting user intent to produce layouts, components, and configurations
- Collaborate closely with product designers, NLP specialists, and other engineers to deliver scalable, innovative conversational experiences
- Guide the rapid development of proof-of-concept solutions, aligning cross-functional teams to validate advanced user stories and foster innovation
- Contribute to and elevate internal tooling for fine-tuning LLMs, optimizing prompt engineering, and ensuring robust and safe AI action execution
**Requirements**:
- 5+ years of experience in backend or full-stack software development, demonstrating expertise in AI/ML-driven systems
- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
- Advanced programming capabilities in Python, TypeScript, Go,



or comparable languages, with a focus on scalable architectures
- Expert-level knowledge of RESTful APIs and proficiency in integrating data from diverse systems
- Proven track record of leveraging cloud environments (AWS, GCP, etc.) and containerization platforms (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset, with success in fast-paced, exploratory environments
- Leadership in cross-functional collaboration and strong communication skills, driving complex projects to success
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
**Nice to have**
- Proven experience working with e-commerce platforms or leading SaaS product development
- Deep expertise in conversational AI or advanced natural language processing systems
- Hands-on experience with prompt engineering and chaining frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Semantic Kernel)
- Expertise in developing AI-driven functionality for mobile ecosystems (iOS/Android)
- Experience in projects involving rules-based systems, automation frameworks, or AI copilots
**We offer**
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses,



eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Versátil work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

📌 Lead Software Engineer (Ai Specialization) (México)
🏢 Epam Systems
📍 México